Broadcasting Act, 2001

Additional functions of Commission.

11.—(1) Without prejudice to the functions conferred on it by the Act of 1988 or any other enactment, it shall be a function of the Commission to make arrangements, in accordance with the provisions of this Act, for the provision of broadcasting services in the State additional to those provided by the Authority, Teilifís na Gaeilge, the television programme service contractor and each sound broadcasting contractor.

(2) In performing the function conferred on it by this section or the functions conferred on it by the Act of 1988, the Commission shall endeavour to ensure that the number and categories of broadcasting services made available in the State by virtue of this Act or the Act of 1988 best serve the needs of the people of the island of Ireland, bearing in mind their languages and traditions and their religious, ethical and cultural diversity.

(3) The Commission shall have all such powers as are necessary for or incidental to the performance of its function under this section.